Overview

• Google’s July Feature Drop is now available on the Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 8a and Pixel Watch 3, introducing Gemini Live AI, Photo Assist, faster Circle to Search and expanded sleep and antioxidant tracking.
• Android 16 reached stable release for Pixel 6 through Pixel 9 devices on June 10, with Samsung, Xiaomi and Honor expected to begin their rollouts in the coming months.
• Samsung has opened a One UI 8 beta for Galaxy S25 series users, showcasing AI-driven refinements on top of Android 16.
• One UI 8.5 is slated for an early 2026 launch, starting with the Galaxy S26 series and extending to existing devices that receive One UI 8.
• Numerous smartphones and tablets from other manufacturers are excluded from Android 16 under current update policies and model cycles, prompting some users to consider upgrading their hardware.